Property Room Clk Tr - Police

Louisville Metro Government; Kentucky; On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a detail‑oriented Property Inventory Clerk to receive, store and issue confiscated property for court proceedings. The role handles documentation, public communications and records management within a police facility, supporting officers and investigators.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year in warehouse or inventory work, with background checks and drug screening mandated before hire.

Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• One year of warehouse, stockroom or inventory maintenance experience.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening, polygraph and fingerprinting checks.
• Applicants with felony records are disqualified; misdemeanors evaluated case-by-case.

Responsibilities

• Receives, inventories and stores stolen, lost or confiscated property.
• Processes property for return to rightful owner.
• Records transactions and releases property to government personnel for court proceedings.
• Communicates processes and procedures with the public regarding property involvement.
• Maintains records concerning property transactions within database.
• Issues internal equipment to officers within department.
• Conducts inventories of items kept within facility.
• Operates multiple computer programs and records management systems.
• Records electronic transactions within database through various devices.

Skills

Inventory management

Data entry

Record keeping

Public communication

Equipment operation

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Graduation or GED

Tools

Records management systems

Job description

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to receive, store and issue stolen, lost or confiscated property for court and receive and distribute materials, supplies and equipment for the Louisville Metro Police Department.

This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Receives, inventories and stores stolen, lost or confiscated property.


• Processes property for return to rightful owner.


• Records transactions and releases property to government personnel for court proceedings.


• Communicates processes and procedures with the public regarding property involvement.


• Maintains records concerning property transactions within database.


• Issues internal equipment to officers within department.


• Conducts inventories of items kept within facility.


• Operates multiple computer programs and records management systems.


• Records electronic transactions within database through various devices.


• Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.


• One (1) year of warehouse, stockroom or inventory maintenance experience.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be of good moral character, with no criminal or felony record inconsistent with the provisions of this paragraph. Unacceptable will be persons who have been convicted of a felony, or who have any criminal action pending against them.


• Misdemeanor convictions will be considered on an individual basis. An applicant may be disqualified for multiple misdemeanors, an unacceptable criminal record, or multiple traffic violations.


• Must submit to a pre-employment drug screening.


• Must submit to a pre-employment polygraph test.


• Must submit to fingerprinting for criminal history check.


• Applicants who have illegally bought or used marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within six months of application will be disqualified.


• Applicants who have illegally sold marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within one year of application will be disqualified.


• Applicants who have illegally bought, sold, or used any controlled substance or narcotic drug, other than marijuana, without a prescription within six years of application will be disqualified.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.


• Must be able to lift inventory, materials, supplies and equipment.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Exposure to blood pathogens from DNA biological evidence and accidental puncture due to needles or sharp objects related to narcotics use that could contain blood.


• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
  
  
  
  • Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
  
  
  • Vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors.
  
  
  • Toxic/caustic chemicals, explosives.
  
  
  
  

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.

Salary Grade

Salary Grade: U006

After successful completion of the probationary/training period, the salary would increase to $42,598.40 annually.

Test Weights

• Clerical Exam: 50%


• Training & Experience: 50%

Training & Experience Note

Please note that Training & Experience scores are based on the relevant (as determined by the hiring agency and Civil Service) training and experience from the last 10 years, as listed on your application and resume, as submitted. Any information that is unclear or that is not listed on your application and/or resume will not be considered in the calculation of the Training & Experience score. This also means that you should list your employment dates including the month and year (i.e. 02/2016 to 08/2026) of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer